Your Guide to Road Races and Fun Runs in Jackson, Mississippi
Jackson's spring and summer race calendar is packed with opportunities to move your body, connect with your community, and support causes that matter close to home. Whether you're chasing a PR or just showing up for the mission, there's a starting line in Jackson with your name on it.
SEPTEMBER 12
Tunnel to Towers 5K | 7:45 AM | The District at Eastover | Honoring all of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and supporting our first responders and military who make extraordinary sacrifices
OCTOBER 10
Belhaven Hills Classic | Belhaven Town Center | Benefiting the Museum Trail, the Belhaven Mountain Biking Trails, Belhaven Heights Park, Belhaven Art Park, and Laurel Street Park | Details TBD
OCTOBER 15
Purple Dress Run | The District at Eastover | Details TBD
NOVEMBER 14
Rush 2 Brush 5K | Belhaven Town Center | Benefitting Children’s of Mississippi & Student Organizations at the School of Dentistry
NOVEMBER 21
12ks For the Holidays | The Cedars | 7:30 AM | Benefitting Good Samaritan Center
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FEBRUARY 20
MS Blues Marathon
MARCH 13
Run the Rainbow for Children's 5k/10k/Half/Full/Ultra
MARCH 18
Irish at Eastover 5k
MARCH 27
Run for the Son 5k
APRIL 3
Sweetness 5k
APRIL 17
Miles for Mamas 5k
MAY 15
Hot Diggity Dog 5k
JULY 4
Watermelon Classic 5k
Run with the Community — Every Week
Not ready to race? Jackson has recurring run group events that welcome all paces, all fitness levels, and all people.
- Lagers & Joggers | Every Thursday | 6:00–8:00 PM | Free | Fertile Ground Beer Co.
Meet at Fertile Ground Beer Co. at 6 PM every Thursday for a 5K run around Belhaven. The event wraps up with beers and social time at the brewery.
- JXN Run Club Sprint Night | Monthly (date varies) | Museum Trail | Check JXN Run Club on Instagram for details
Sprint training builds speed and endurance, strengthens legs and core, improves running form and efficiency and boosts confidence for race day. An "advanced" session for runners ready to take it to the next level.
- OEA Athletics Saturday Run | Every Saturday | 7:00 AM | Native Coffee Co.
A 5k group run with all paces welcome. Take 20% off your coffee order afterward.
- JXN Run Club | Every Sunday | 9:00 AM | Free | Northeast JXN Youth Baseball Fields
Founded by Timothy Orey, JXN Run Club meets at the Northeast JXN Baseball Fields on Lakeland Drive at 9 AM each Sunday for stretching and a run. Participants can choose to walk, jog, or run; there's no obligation or time limit, and first-timers are encouraged to start with the one-mile distance. With 200-300 regular participants, it's one of Jackson's most established fitness communities. The location is subject to change, so follow JXN Run Club on Instagram for weekly details.
